Fire & Earth ... Compatible or Combust?

A Total Solar Eclipse New Moon in Leo on the 12th, and our Tarot Card for August - Seven of Pentacles. 

Whew, I am torn between these two dynamic energies as one tells us to take action, be bold, and let’s freaking go, and the other invites change and transition but on a delayed timeline. 

A Total Solar Eclipse New Moon is a new cycle beginning. Out with old and in with new bringing events, decisions, opportunities to be seen. In Leo, we are confident, creative, are leaders, and stand in the spotlight of authentic self-expression. We live with our own values, not others’ expectations. Our energy is directed with clarity to glean stronger results not scattered ambitions. 

Leo, a fire sign, defines who we are, our ID, and what this means in the real world. Stuff that has been lying below the surface that we were unaware of, ignored, or didn’t think was important is coming up to be seen. A promotion of support to grow and help us become more authentic to self. 

Of course, other planetary aspects and retrogrades are positively lifting this transition of long-term growth bringing structure, new perspectives, and courage to go for it and act upon what is being shown. 

Now the flip side. 

For August, we embrace the energy of the Seven of Pentacles. The elemental earth coins that signify the material things, the physical body, nature, grounded, our experiences, change and transition. Those seeds we have planted, our hard work and perseverance will pay off with delayed gratification. This process should not be rushed, our gains are not instant, taking time, with practiced patience to slowly progress with gradual forward movement. 

The sign of Taurus is associated with the Seven of Pentacles rewarding hard work and patience, reflecting steadiness and practicality ruled by the planet Venus. The earth’s energy affects our mind-body connection through the physical, nutrition, and balanced rituals. Listening and bringing attention to these areas will benefit overall health and optimal healing. 

What experiences past/present can we build upon to gain more and make it work? 

The Seven of Pentacles asks us to use this knowledge and know-how as a foundation to support our mission or plan of action. And using Leo’s eclipse energy, we can stand up, own it, and define who we really are or want to become but with persistent patience. We will be rewarded for our efforts and take pride in being recognized when the time is right.

✴️ I continue to find ways to promote and share my passion as a business as an online wellness astrologer with new courses, educational opportunities, women entrepreneur summits/workshops seeking collaboration, increasing  monetary and self-fulfilled abundance.   

✴️ I continue to nourish my body with nutritious meals and snacks, daily exercise and movement, monthly chiro, massage, stretch therapy, and energy healing. Daily deep breathing, morning stretching, and meditation are necessary rituals to begin my day. 

✴️ I continue to actively be present, to ground, and take steps forward to realize my potential in my time, not anyone else's.

No rush, no push, just stand on my own stage, in my own light, and radiate healing and personal growth. 

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To bring comfort in feeling through the eclipse and the Seven of Pentacles, I am sharing some crystal associations (for meditation, in your pocket, on your desk, or close by for journaling,) holistic care practices, and essential oil suggestions. 

💚 Green Aventurine-growth, patience

🔹Malachite-grounding, stability. 

💛 Citrine-success, abundance

🔮Clear Quartz-increase intentions, clarify goals

• For the Total Solar Eclipse New Moon in Leo: Mediation to engage a deeper introspection. Reiki during the eclipse can promote healing and manifestation to clear blockages and increase personal growth. Grounding techniques; spend time in nature or near water to balance energy. Yoga or gentle movement to release tension and help you relax. Journaling thoughts and feelings to bring clarity and insight into your personal transformations. 

• Essential oils can be diffused, topically applied, or used in rituals. 

• Citrus oils to lift mood and promote clarity. Frankincense to ground, support meditation and introspection. Cedarwood supports stability, confidence, enhances self-expression, and personal power. Rose for love and compassion, opens the heart to embrace new beginnings. 

• For the Seven of Pentacles: 

• Lavender to relax, bring patience, ease anxiety about outcomes. Cedarwood for grounding, stability, and alignment with themes of perseverance, and long-term growth. Bergamot to lift your mood, fosters a positive outlook, while waiting for results. Frankincense for meditation, reflection, aids in assessment of your efforts and progress. Patchouli for abundance and prosperity aligns with rewards coming from hard work. 

  
  

Thanks for being here,

Crystal 🤍